A leading pediatric medical center in Arkansas is seeking two night shift pharmacists to join their clinical pharmacy team on a 13-week contract with potential to convert to permanent. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with Arkansas pharmacy licensure or those in the process of obtaining a temporary license, as the Department of Pharmacy is open to accommodating licensing timelines.
Location: Sherwood, AR
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 7 days on/7 days off (Thursday–Wednesday, 7 PM–7 AM); scheduling flexibility available
Contract Length: 13 weeks, with temp-to-hire possibility
Key Responsibilities:
- Compound and dispense medications following physician orders, ensuring accuracy and patient safety
- Consult with medical staff regarding drug interactions, patient histories, and medication use
- Monitor and verify medication appropriateness based on pediatric dosing parameters, including weight and age
- Identify and resolve drug therapy problems such as allergies, interactions, and adverse reactions
- Recommend cost-effective and clinically appropriate therapies, including non-formulary drug evaluations
- Maintain compliance with all regulatory and hospital policies regarding pharmacy data and security
- Participate in patient care rounds, educating patients, staff, and pharmacy students
- Manage inventory processes, including ordering, recalls, and loan/borrow coordination
Qualifications:
- Arkansas pharmacist license required; temporary licenses available for eligible candidates
- Minimum 2 years of inpatient clinical pharmacy experience preferred
- IV therapy experience or IV certification preferred
- Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) designation is a plus
This role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment within a nationally recognized pediatric teaching hospital. The facility supports professional development and values innovative, compassionate pharmacy care.
If you are ready to contribute your clinical expertise to a dynamic pharmacy team and thrive in a progressive hospital setting, apply now to start as soon as possible!
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- Competitive Salary
- Weekly Paycheck
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Extensive Medical Coverage
- Licensing Assistance
- Custom Housing
- Travel Assistance
- Professional Development Reimbursement